[willtemperley]

This aphorism isn't as smart as it sounds. Sure, it rings true for those who follow non-conformity trends, but the opposite is true for real non-conformists.

[akoboldfrying]

I think the point is that there aren't many real nonconformists, but many pretend ones.

I think it's as smart as it sounds.

[willtemperley]

That's the problem with the quote: it denies the existence of non-conformism. This is derogatory toward true radicals and the brave souls who have effected change through non-conformism.